Cable core
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-000900
The central part of an electrical or optical cable, comprising the conductor or optical fibers that transmit signals or power. It is typically surrounded by insulation, shielding, and an outer jacket for protection. The number and type of cores determine the cable's capacity and application, such as single-core for high voltage or multi-core for data transmission.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-000900 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Industrial supplies, equipment, and components |
| Translations | German: Kabelseele; Spanish: núcleo de cable; French: âme de câble |
Record as JSON
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"subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
"translations": {
"de": "Kabelseele",
"es": "núcleo de cable",
"fr": "âme de câble"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/cable-core/"
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